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FMDS features Dr. Goodstein of Bard College, NY on Sustainability and Regenerative Agriculture Talk

2024-07-01T13:52:30+08:00

As part of the culmination of the celebration of Philippine Environment Month 2024, the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) hosted a hybrid talk focusing on sustainability and regenerative agriculture. The event took place on 27 June 2024 at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room and streamed via Zoom. It was attended by students, faculty, and staff of the university. The talk featured Dr. Eban Goodstein, Vice President of Environmental and Social Leadership and Director of Graduate Programs in Sustainability at Bard College in New York as the speaker who has [...]

FMDS features Dr. Goodstein of Bard College, NY on Sustainability and Regenerative Agriculture Talk2024-07-01T13:52:30+08:00

CODTL Program Development Associate Selected to Contribute to International AI Research Project

2024-07-01T13:33:08+08:00

Assistant Professor Juvy Lizette M. Gervacio, program development associate (PDA) of the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL), UP Open University and Assistant Professor of the Faculty of Management and Developments Studies has been selected to contribute her expertise to an international research project titled the “International Survey on Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education, Training, and Adult Learning.” As PDA, Asst. Prof. Gervacio’s participation highlights her influential role in shaping discussions on integrating AI into educational practices. The project, led by Research Network 3 of the ASEM Education and Research Hub for Lifelong Learning and coordinated [...]

CODTL Program Development Associate Selected to Contribute to International AI Research Project2024-07-01T13:33:08+08:00

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program

2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

“This is a privileged day for us as we mark a significant milestone in our academe’s journey towards a more sustainable future.” This was stated by University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Dr. Jean A. Saludadez, as she highlighted the major role of the University in leveraging its unique capabilities in education, research, community engagement, and policy advocacy, and how these functions significantly contribute to environmental efforts. The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between UPOU and Energy Development Corporation (EDC), was signed on 05 June 2024 at the Teaching and Learning Hub (TLH) Conference [...]

UPOU and EDC Collaborates Towards the Development of a Native Forest Arboretum and Restoration under the BINHI Program2024-06-10T16:46:20+08:00

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs

2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

From right to left, Ms Agra, Asst Professor Depante, Mr Ybañez, Dean Rabajante, Dean Serrano, Director Gamala, Asst Professor Jarabe, Mr Tan, and Ms. Ebron. Education is key to building stronger communities that can withstand disasters and the climate emergency. Universities are stepping up to prepare the next generation of experts with the knowledge and skills needed to anticipate, adapt to, and recover from these threats. Investing in education, research, and training programs is crucial for tackling these growing challenges. In a move that underscores this crucial task, representatives from the University of the Philippines Resilience Institute [...]

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)

2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00

On May 7, 2024, the Immersive Open Pedagogies Research Program (IOP) continued its educational initiative with the second installment of the “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” at the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), UP Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr., the esteemed director of the IOP Program, kicked off the session by delving into the fascinating realm of virtual reality (VR) tours and explaining the software applications essential for their creation. Ms. Jessa Perez provided a comprehensive demonstration of the NearLife software platform, focusing on crafting interactive videos and VR. Notable participants, including [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop on Immersive Learning (Part 2)2024-06-13T10:45:06+08:00

UPOU FMDS Takes Action for World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024

2024-06-05T14:37:15+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), in collaboration with the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), will host a hybrid event in celebration of the World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024 entitled “Towards a Sustainable Campus: A Call to Action”. This year’s themes, “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” for World Environment Day and “Reflect. Empower. Unite.” for Pride Month, resonates deeply with UPOU’s contribution and commitment in the success of achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) targets. The SDGs represent a collective vision for a sustainable, equitable, and prosperous [...]

UPOU FMDS Takes Action for World Environment Day and Pride Month 20242024-06-05T14:37:15+08:00

UPOU Takes Part in OU5 Research Forum and Meeting in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

2024-05-30T16:20:38+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the Open University 5 (OU5) Research Forum and Meeting held from 24-26 April 2024, in the city of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Gathered in the elegant setting of the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta, representatives consisting of university administrators and researchers from five open universities convened for research project presentations and presidents’ meetings. Among them were delegates from Universitas Terbuka (UT), Open University Malaysia (OUM), Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), and Hanoi Open University (HOU). The ceremony commenced with welcoming remarks from all OU5 presidents: Prof. [...]

UPOU Takes Part in OU5 Research Forum and Meeting in Yogyakarta, Indonesia2024-05-30T16:20:38+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse

2024-06-13T10:42:04+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Immersive Open Pedagogies (IOP) Program recently hosted a workshop titled “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” on 12 April 2024, at Sandbox, CCDL Building, UP Open University, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines. The workshop provided faculty and staff members with the opportunity to explore various immersive learning applications and tools. This hands-on experience will assist them in generating ideas and designing lessons that integrate these technologies. Additionally, the workshop served as a platform for WILLS panelists and presenters to develop their full papers for publication in journals. Dr. Roberto [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse2024-06-13T10:42:04+08:00

UPOU Collaborates with IFSU in Celebrating Philippine Heritage Month

2023-04-19T14:32:43+08:00

In celebration of the Philippine Heritage Month 2022, the Ifugao State University (IFSU) in collaboration with the UP Open University (UPOU), and the Hungduan Municipality launched an exhibit and cultural showcase of indigenous houses, stories, and cuisines at the IFSU Hapao Campus on 26 May 2022. The exhibit, with the theme “Pangipaptok hi Nunhituwan: The Built Heritage of Hungduan,” featured five cultural showcases. It highlighted the Ifugao native house as the symbol of Ifugao culture, which may serve as a springboard for discussion of cultural narratives, thereby facilitating collaborations for the conservation and preservation of the Ifugao Rice Terraces landscape. [...]

UPOU Collaborates with IFSU in Celebrating Philippine Heritage Month2023-04-19T14:32:43+08:00
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